ABS QE India Participates in OCS Services’ Annual Safety Day

Celebrating Safety and Innovation in the Offshore Energy Sector

ABS QE India was proud to join OCS Services India Pvt Ltd for their Annual Safety Day on September 18, 2025, at Taj Land’s End, Bandra – Mumbai. This year’s theme, “Partnering for HSE – Innovation in Safety,” highlighted the importance of collaboration and forward-thinking strategies to advance safety practices in the offshore energy industry.

OCS Services India Pvt Ltd, a leader in integrated asset management and operational solutions for the offshore energy sector, specializes in delivering inspection, maintenance, repair and operational support for offshore oil, gas and renewable energy assets. Their annual Safety Day serves as a platform for industry leaders to exchange insights and innovations that enhance operational integrity and safety performance.

The certification was personally delivered by Rosemary Viana, ABS QE’s Director of Operations for South America, Mayara Zunckeller, Business Development Manager and Rogério Polo, Business Development Coordinator, during the award ceremony at EGAESE. Their participation amplified ABS QE’s dedication to supporting Petrobras and the broader energy sector in achieving internationally recognized standards.

ABS QE India’s Role

Representing ABS QE India were Sameer Ailawadi, Sales and BD Head – India West, and Abhijeet Ranadive, Global Technical Hub Manager. Key industry players, including ONGC, Reliance Industries, BW Offshore, DG Shipping, Transocean, Shelf Drilling, Lloyd's Register and OSM Thome, were also in attendance.

Abhijeet Ranadive participated in an engaging panel discussion entitled “Roadmap Towards Safe Implementation of AI Technologies for Offshore Assets”. Joined by top-level dignitaries from OCS Services, BW Offshore, RIL, ONGC, Apraava Energy and Diversified Management Solutions, Abhijeet shared his expertise on leveraging AI to improve safety and efficiency in offshore asset management.

He addressed critical topics such as:

• The importance of a system-driven approach for selecting and implementing AI technologies

• Developing a roadmap to integrate AI for predictive maintenance and real-time monitoring

• Using AI-driven analytics to enhance organizational efficiency, predict equipment failures and strengthen hazard detection

• The significance of cybersecurity and data governance in mitigating risks associated with emerging technologies and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards

Abhijeet also highlighted the numerous benefits of adopting AI, showcasing its potential to optimize safety processes, improve decision-making and support operational excellence.

In his closing remarks, Abhijeet congratulated the OCS Services team for their commitment to fostering safe, sustainable and innovative practices that align with their dedication to operational excellence and safety in offshore environments.

Key Highlights from Safety Day

OCS Services’ Safety Day brought together industry leaders to address crucial topics shaping safety in the offshore energy sector. Discussions focused on integrating cutting-edge technologies like AI, improving asset integrity and navigating regulatory compliance challenges. Key players such as ONGC, Reliance Industries and BW Offshore highlighted their commitment to advancing safety and operational excellence.

Panel discussions covered topics such as leveraging AI to enhance safety and efficiency in offshore asset management, tackling cybersecurity and compliance challenges and utilizing advanced technologies to improve asset integrity and sustainability. The event reaffirmed OCS Services’ role as a platform for driving innovation and fostering collaboration across the industry.

ABS QE’s Role

ABS QE India is dedicated to supporting organizations in India and worldwide across industries, offering ISO certifications and auditing services for standards including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 27001 and more. Through certification, comprehensive audits and technical expertise, ABS QE India helps businesses prioritize safety, improve operational processes and achieve internationally recognized standards.

About ABS Quality Evaluations

ABS Quality Evaluations, Inc. (ABS QE) is a subsidiary of ABS Group of Companies, Inc. (www.abs-group.com). As a world-leading certification body, ABS QE works with companies to improve the performance of their business, systems, people and supply chains through management systems certification, verification, training and assessments, including supply chain and cybersecurity. ABS QE’s global network of auditors plays a crucial role in helping organizations achieve business excellence and obtain the necessary certifications to get products and services to market.